Day 2 in Ranchi witnessed a game-changing performance by England, adding 51 runs to their overnight score. It helped them reach a total of 353 before getting bowled out. The star of the inning was undoubtedly Joe Root, who anchored two crucial partnerships that kept England afloat. His collaboration with Ben Foakes for the 6th wicket yielded 113 runs, while the 8th-wicket stand with Ollie Robinson contributed 102 runs.
Root’s exemplary innings showcased a departure from his usual aggressive style as he opted for percentage cricket, demonstrating adaptability and resilience. His strategic play was a key factor in England’s recovery, steering them from a precarious 112 for 5 to a commendable total of 353. Despite contributions from Zak Crawley (42), Ollie Robinson (58), and Foakes (47), they were overshadowed by Root’s masterful performance.
India’s bowling attack was led by Ravindra Jadeja, who took four wickets. While Akash Deep with three and Siraj with two managed to dismantle the lower order of the England batting lineup, however, the damage had been done, and England’s resurgence was apparent.
Rohit Sharma failed to put up a show!
As the focus shifted to India’s innings, they ended the day at 219 for 7, trailing England by 134 runs. Yashasvi Jaiswal set the tone with a brisk 73, while Shubman Gill (38), Rajat Patidar (17), and Sarfaraz Khan (14) made valuable contributions. The lower order, represented by Dhruv Jurel (30*) and Kuldeep Yadav (17*), displayed resilience to ensure India concluded the day without further setbacks.
As the battle between bat and ball continues, India finds itself trailing by 134 runs. However, with a fighting chance to turn the tide in the remainder of the Test match in Ranchi, India will look to make a return on Day 3. The team will expect the lower order to survive at least the morning session and avoid giving England a huge lead.
Here is how fans reacted to Day 2:
Kuldeep Yadav's Batting Temperament is Looking Solid…
Atleast Better than Other Batsman Like Rajat Patidar…Kuldeep Yadav Was Opener Batsman For His Domestic Team So That Is also Helping Him Here In International Cricket?
— Ajay Gautam (@gautam_ajay007) February 24, 2024
Jurel & Kuldeep need to come tomorrow with RDX mindset pic.twitter.com/1gRsKfG6le
— Anurag Rekhi (@Dravidict) February 24, 2024
Much needed partnership
— Muzaffarpur Now (@muzaffarpurlive) February 24, 2024
Not a good day for india
— Ankit Verma (@TechyWicket) February 24, 2024
Day 2 Summary!
England batting!
– Robinson 50
– Jadeja quick wickets
– England all out 353
India batting
– Rohit early exit
– prince gill dismissal
– Shoaib Show 3 Wickts till lunch
– Jaiswall Show 50
-Shoaib got 4
– India fight back
-Dhurl Nd Kuldeep fight back
-india trail by…— Saleem?? (@Saleem_54Fan) February 24, 2024
India 177 for 7 to 219 for 7 in the first innings, A great game from both dhruv and KULDEEP ? pic.twitter.com/RkxwjFWRls
— White knight ? (@santhoshtiger14) February 24, 2024
Brilliant fightback
— Amit Shah (Parody) (@Motabhai012) February 24, 2024
India still in the game with Jurel looks good
— Hammad Raza (@hammadraza1214) February 24, 2024
If somehow england win this series
Rohit sharma should retire— Mayank (@MayankRMFC) February 24, 2024
– 80(74) in first Test.
– 209(290) in second Test.
– 214*(236) in third Test.
– 73(117) in fourth Test.Yashasvi Jaiswal single handedly dominated the England bowling in this series, What a remarkable talent at the age of 22. ??? pic.twitter.com/kFKcwpZlku
— Cricket Wala (@asghar_muh88722) February 24, 2024
And Gill was laughing on Kuldeep batting ??
— Pankaj (@Pankaj41627) February 24, 2024
